Director – Indirect Procurement
AAR
Director – Indirect Procurement
AAR
Aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions provider
The Director of Indirect Procurement oversees the sourcing of all non-production goods and services, such as Technology, HR services, Marketing, Consulting, Real estate leases, Indirect plant supplies, Facilities, Corporate travel, etc. comprising of ~ $100M annual spend. This strategic leader optimizes enterprise-wide spend, reduces costs, mitigates contractual risks, and manages complex supplier and internal business stakeholder relationships.
The ideal candidate is a strategic sourcing leader with prior hands-on sourcing and contracts experience in most of the above-mentioned indirect categories. This position will have a couple of category specialists reporting into it and therefore prior people management experience will be important. The candidate must be comfortable with procurement technology such as Coupa, Infor SCM, SAP Ariba, etc. and analysis tools such as MS Excel, and BI tools such as Domo, Power BI or Tableau, to support supplier strategy and sourcing decisions in a fast-paced environment.
This position is based at our Corporate Headquarters in Wood Dale, IL, with a planned relocation to the Merchandise Mart (Chicago) in early 2027.
What you will be responsible for\:
The Director of Indirect Procurement oversees the sourcing of all non-production goods and services, such as Technology, HR services, Marketing, Consulting, Real estate leases, Indirect plant supplies, Facilities, Corporate travel, etc. comprising of ~ $100M annual spend. This strategic leader optimizes enterprise-wide spend, reduces costs, mitigates contractual risks, and manages complex supplier and internal business stakeholder relationships.
The ideal candidate is a strategic sourcing leader with prior hands-on sourcing and contracts experience in most of the above-mentioned indirect categories. This position will have a couple of category specialists reporting into it and therefore prior people management experience will be important. The candidate must be comfortable with procurement technology such as Coupa, Infor SCM, SAP Ariba, etc. and analysis tools such as MS Excel, and BI tools such as Domo, Power BI or Tableau, to support supplier strategy and sourcing decisions in a fast-paced environment.
This position is based at our Corporate Headquarters in Wood Dale, IL, with a planned relocation to the Merchandise Mart (Chicago) in early 2027.
What you will be responsible for\:
What you need to be successful in this role\:
Preferred Qualifications\:
Master’s degree in supply chain management or an MBA preferred.
The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary\:
Physical Demands/Work Environment\:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.
Compensation\:
The anticipated salary for this position is $145,000.00 to $185,000.00 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a 20% bonus opportunity. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
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What you need to be successful in this role\:
Preferred Qualifications\:
Master’s degree in supply chain management or an MBA preferred.
The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary\:
Physical Demands/Work Environment\:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.
Compensation\:
The anticipated salary for this position is $145,000.00 to $185,000.00 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a 20% bonus opportunity. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
#LI-ONSITE #LI-RV1
AAR provides aftermarket aerospace and defense solutions, including repair, parts, logistics, and maintenance services for commercial and government customers. It leverages a global network and a team of technicians to deliver timely, compliant support through standardized repair and supply-chain processes. The company differentiates itself with a 70-year track record, international reach, a strong focus on safety and quality, and recognized culture and industry accolades. Its goal is to be a trusted, reliable partner for aerospace and defense aftermarket needs worldwide, offering cost-effective services that meet high safety and service standards.
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